Archive · 23 May 2025
South Sudanese Refugees Face Health Crisis in Ethiopia
South Sudanese refugees in Ethiopia are facing serious health problems, like cholera and malnutrition, according to Doctors Without Borders (MSF).
These refugees fled the ongoing conflict in their home country, South Sudan, and are now living near the border in a town called Mattar.
Because there are so many refugees, the local resources are overused.
MSF is helping treat the sick, but there's not enough clean water or medical care.
They've already treated many cholera patients and are worried about more.
Many children are also not getting enough food.
MSF wants the fighting to stop so they can help people safely.
MSF warns of a 'health catastrophe' for South Sudanese refugees in Ethiopia.
Cholera epidemic and severe acute malnutrition are major concerns.
Refugees are in Mattar, an Ethiopian town near the South Sudan border.
MSF treated around 1,200 cholera patients; over 40% malaria tests positive.
MSF urges aid and safety for civilians and aid workers.
- Who
- South Sudanese refugees and MSF
- What
- Health crisis including cholera and malnutrition
- When
- Ongoing
- Where
- Mattar, Ethiopia
- Why
- Conflict in South Sudan leading to refugee crisis and poor conditions.
- Organization
- Doctors Without Borders (MSF)
- Location
- Mattar, Ethiopia
- Refugee Origin
- South Sudan
- Health Issues
- Cholera, severe acute malnutrition, malaria
- Cholera Patients Treated
- Around 1,200